Pawniard Collector’s Guide: Obsidian Flames #148

Character Intro

Pawniard is a Common Pokémon card from the Obsidian Flames set, numbered 148. With 70 HP and the attack Triple Cutter, it’s a sleek, Metal-type Basic that slots neatly into collections seeking sharp, strategic options.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• HP: 70
• Stage: Basic
• Attack: Triple Cutter — Flip 3 coins; this attack does 10 damage for each heads.
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: Pawniard will fearlessly challenge even powerful foes. In a pinch, it will cling to opponents and pierce them with the blades all over its body.
• Set Code: sv3-148
• Series: Scarlet & Violet
• Rarity: Common

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Obsidian Flames set, identified by set code sv3 and card number 148. It is a common rarity card featuring artwork by Hitoshi Ariga, with Metal typing and the attack “Triple Cutter” representing Pawniard in the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its regulation mark “G,” Metal type, and the distinctive “Triple Cutter” attack that requires only one Metal energy. The card’s illustration and flavor text are unique to this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its playability in tournament settings is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store this Pawniard in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching, especially since it is a common card that may be handled frequently.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Obsidian Flames (sv3): Introduces a fresh lineup of Scarlet & Violet Pokémon, including this Pawniard with its straightforward but effective “Triple Cutter” attack. The set emphasizes dynamic Metal-type Pokémon with strategic resistances and weaknesses.